Scaly, itchy feet, and thick, yellow toenails are the result of a common fungal infection often acquired by contact with contaminated floor surfaces, shoes, towels, nail files, and clippers. Affected […]
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Pimples on the face, chest, or back (popularly known as “bacne”) are very common in teenagers and adults of both sexes. When acne pimples are present in men (especially “bacne”),
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Dandruff and itchy scalp are medical conditions known as seborrheic dermatitis. This condition is very common in men, affecting up to 50% of all adults. It is caused by skin inflammation
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These recurrent pimple-like skin lesions, known as folliculitis, occur on the face in the beard area, nape of the neck, and sometimes the scalp. This is a common skin condition
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Hair is highly sensitive to stress and there are many triggers to hair loss. The triggers can range from anemia to some other systemic disease. For female patients suffering from
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Myth #1 You can’t get a sunburn on a cloudy day Wrong. 80% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays pass through clouds and fog, so the harsh rays can still cause
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Summer is here! As you head out to the beach, trails, boat, or wherever the great outdoors takes you, the chance of getting a sunburn could be high, especially if
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As we get ready for the summer and fun in the sun, one item you should be stocking up on is sunscreen for you and the family. But you might
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Skin Cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. It’s one of the easiest to detect and prevent. As Californians gear up for the summer season, Golden State
Monthly Skin Self-Exams are essential for early detection. Because skin cancer happens due to damage from the sun and tanning beds, it’s necessary to check your skin regularly to tell
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